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More and more people have switched from using a desktop to a laptop as their primary computer. There are several reasons for this: The main reason is likely to be the mobility which a laptop offers its user. The internet has changed the way we work, communicate and socialise, which can all now be done from our living rooms, our favourite coffee shops, even at the beach. This is one thing a desktop does not offer; one which is a major drawcard for laptop users.

Tied in with their ease of movement, is the fact that they take up less room than a desktop. The smallest, most compact desktops are still larger than the largest laptops, which is a disadvantage if you don’t have a lot of space.

However, a laptop also has its disadvantages. One of them is ending up with a flat battery and not being near a power outlet to recharge it; this is a major drawback if you use your laptop mainly for work purposes. Fortunately, these situations can be avoided due to the invention of the external battery pack. These work by plugging the battery pack into a wall outlet, charging it, and then being able to take it with you to replace a dead or dying laptop battery.

Usually, these battery packs can be connected to your laptop via a USB port, and you can expect about 8 to 10 hours of charge for your notebook or laptop without the need for wall outlets. These external battery packs are also compact and can easily fit into a bag. Another great advantage of owning an external battery pack is that it can be charged in your car on the way to work – talk about convenience! These devices also allow you to continue working while your laptop is charging, so you’ll never have to worry about missing a deadline. What’s more, these devices usually include various connector heads so you can charge your laptop, phone or camera all with the same gadget.

Buying one of these nifty devices may seem like an unnecessary cost; but you can rest assured that you will be able to work efficiently without the fear of your laptop running out of power just before a big presentation at work or an assignment deadline. In addition, to ensure your laptop runs to its optimal output, make sure you have high-quality laptop batteries to begin with. A1 Battery Pro has superior laptop batteries you can trust.

The Spatial View 3DeeScreen enables you to enjoy 3D content on a standard 15.6-inch laptop without 3D glasses. You just need to attach the 3DeeScreen to your laptop display and install an included software, and then you can watch 3D videos and Blu-ray movies using third party players. This eye-tracking software automatically tracks the user’s viewing position and adjusts the 3D image projection to maintain optimal viewing quality. The Spatial View 3DeeScreen supports any 15.6-inch laptops with 1080p and 720p resolution from HP and Dell. If you are interested, you can purchase the Spatial View 3DeeScreen for $129.99 each. [Product Page]

The LandingZone is a docking station for the Apple MacBook Air. The dock provides four USB 2.0 ports, a 10/100T Ethernet port, a Mini DisplayPort and a locking port to secure your precious MacBook Air. The LandingZone supports both the 11-inch and 13-inch versions of the MacBook Air (2010 or later). Additionally, it is equipped with a power adapter. Watch the video after the jump. Read more

Cooler Master today launched the NotePal U Stand, an ideal laptop stand for up to 17-inch laptops. The NotePal U Stand is beautifully crafted with an elegant brushed aluminum surface that also helps dissipate heat quickly. Additionally, the laptop stand also comes with five different height settings, ergonomically optimized for reading and typing to reduce the chances of pain from your neck or wrist. [Press Release]

The Logitech Touch Lapdesk N600 is not an ordinary laptop heat pad. The device has a retractable 5-inch multitouch trackpad and media functions buttons, which are wirelessly connected to your laptop via Logitech’s unify USB dongle. The Touch Lapdesk N600 heat pad should be able to fit in a backpack or a messenger bag. See more pictures after the jump. Read more

The NuPower 52 Watt-Hour high capacity replacement battery has been designed to give your MacBook Pros and additional 4% of juice over the regular stock battery. The battery costs 23% less than purchasing a replacement battery from Apple. The NuPower High Capacity Li-ion Replacement battery uses top tier cells and are designed, engineered, and manufactured to deliver long run times. $99 is all you need to bring home this MacBook Pro replacement battery. [NewerTech]